Data Structures Visualizer (Under Development)

Tharavarithal — DSA Demonstrator

Pre-Development Release Notes (v0.0.1)

Overview

Tharavarithal (Tharavu + Arithal → Data + Learning) is an early-stage Java-based educational tool that provides 2D graphical visualizations of fundamental sorting algorithms. This pre-development release (v0.0.1) marks the initial step in bringing algorithm behavior to life, with an emphasis on clarity, simplicity, and learning value.

New in Version 0.0.2

Sorting Algorithms Demonstration

• Selection Sort visualization (with legend)
• Insertion Sort visualization (with legend)
• Bubble Sort visualization (with legend)
• (Quick Sort in progress, not yet available)
• Linked List Functionality
• Added linked list visual demonstration features
• UI/UX Improvements
• Updated interface colors and layout from version 0.0.0
• Streamlined navigation and screen transitions
• Also added Stack

Known Limitations

• Quick Sort visualization is under development
• Limited algorithm set (focus currently on Selection, Insertion, Bubble)
• Basic UI — minimal configuration options for learners
• Performance not yet optimized for large datasets

Target Audience

• Students learning sorting algorithms
• Educators looking for visual teaching aids
• Hobbyists exploring Java Swing and algorithm dynamics

Requirements

• JDK 8 or higher
• Optional: IntelliJ IDEA / Eclipse for code exploration

Planned

• Deployment to Web.
• Adding more features and animations.

Notes for Early Users
This is a pre-development release, intended mainly for testing and feedback. Expect frequent changes in UI, functionality, and algorithm coverage in subsequent versions.